UTEP Student Health & Wellness Center

03/04/2026

Study snacks shouldn't leave you with a sugar crash!! Investing in your nutrition now pays the best interest in your GPA later. ☕️🍎

03/03/2026

Let's normalize evidence-based eating, not fear-based eating. Stop believing everything you hear — start trusting science.

03/02/2026

March is Self-Injury Awareness Month. It’s time to break the stigma and understand that self-harm is a way to cope with deep emotional pain. If you are struggling, you are not weak—you are human.❤️‍🩹

03/02/2026

It’s easy to live on caffeine and ramen when staring at a textbook for 8 hours, but your brain literally runs on what you eat. Healthy meals = less brain fog in class. 🧠💡

02/27/2026

Take a moment to check in with yourself. Anyone can struggle with an eating disorder, regardless of background. If you’re questioning your relationship with food or body image, you are not alone.

02/26/2026

Smokeless doesn’t mean harmless. Commit to a tobacco-free life and protect your health.

02/26/2026

If you or somenone you know is in need of help, follow Alliance for Eating Disorders at https://www.findedhelp.com/ for services near El Paso

02/26/2026

Hi Miners, is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week! Check out this post to learn more about eating disorders!

Learn about types of eating disorders. Visit the Grace Holland Cozine Resource Center at National Eating Disorders Association.

02/26/2026

Bodies change. Worth doesn't. Everyone is capable of learning to be comfortable in their own skin.

02/25/2026

Air fresheners, candles, and incense can make your space smell great, but many of them release harmful chemicals that can negatively impact your health. Here's why:
Why Are They Harmful?
1. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) - Many air fresheners contain VOCs like formaldehyde, benzene, and toluene, which can cause headaches, dizziness, and long-term respiratory issues.
2. Phthalates - Found in synthetic fragrances, phthalates can disrupt hormones and potentially contribute to reproductive issues.
3. Particulate Matter - Burning candles and incense releases fine particles into the air, which can irritate the lungs and exacerbate conditions like asthma.
4. Soot and Carcinogens - Paraffin candles produce soot and may release carcinogens like benzene. Incense smoke contains polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which have been linked to cancer.
Healthier Alternatives
1. Essential Oil Diffusers - Use pure essential oils in a diffuser for a natural and non-toxic scent.
2. Beeswax I or Soy Candles - Choose unscented or naturally scented versions without synthetic fragrances.
3. Simmer Pots - Boil water with cinnamon sticks, citrus peels, and herbs for a natural, cozy scent.
4. Houseplants - Plants
like lavender, eucalyptus, and
jasmine naturally freshen the air.
5. Baking Soda & Activated Charcoal - These absorb odors instead of masking them.
6. Open Windows - Improving ventilation is the simplest way to keep your home smelling fresh.

02/25/2026

Move away from restriction and toward nourishment. Eating well will help fuel you for busy days.💪🌮

02/24/2026

Unlearn the 'freshman 15' myth and learn to trust your body in a new environment. College is hard enough; don't let an ED make it harder.🍕📚